Responsible Tourism, Responsible Travel, Sustainable Tourism, Cape Town, South Africa

Real People, Real Places, Real Experience

Praised by the New York Times, UK Sunday Times, Lonely Planet, Discovery Channel, and on German and Australian television, Andulela Experience takes you deep into the fabric of South Africa’s most magnificent province: the Western Cape. We cater for a new generation of tourists: those who have discovered that truly rewarding travel experiences are built around unique encounters with unique people, and are often found where you least expect them.

Andulela offers you an insider’s view of the real South Africa, in all its grit and grandeur. Our exclusive day tours and packages give you the opportunity to enjoy the natural splendour for which the country is renowned, while also allowing you to engage on a personal level with its famously diverse array of cultures and subcultures, and discover for yourself the wealth of histories and stories that make up the rich and many-hued tapestry of our beloved Cape of Good Hope.

"This is a very special time in the history of a very special place
– don’t let it pass you by"

Catering for individual “self-drive” travellers and small guided groups of up to 10 people, our holiday experiences can be tailored to suit the needs of holidaymakers, corporate incentive groups or team-building expeditions.
Through a variety of unique “hands-on” workshops and interactive activities customised to appeal to your specific interests and goals, we give you the chance to actively participate in authentic South African life and lifestyle through our interactive cultural tours. You might choose to join an African beading class, learn to make a traditional Malay curry from scratch on our cooking tours, or hang out at a jamming session with the cream of the Cape’s jazz musicians. Nature lovers are introduces to nature conservation projects on our wildlife tours.
Your time here is precious – to us and to you. Andulela invites you to spend it living South Africa rather than merely looking at it. Whatever your passion, the Mother City will provide!

At the core of Andulela’s approach lies the concept of responsible tourism. We strive to create and maintain a long-term balance between the differing needs of the traveller and those of the region visited. By booking with Andulela, you directly contribute to the conservation of natural environments and help to develop the scope of local communities.

Our Philosophy

Andulela takes you off the beaten track of the average traveller. Our original and exclusive travel activities give you the opportunity to connect with South African culture in a personally meaningful way, while showing you the best of the beautiful natural treasures for which the country is famed across the world. Our diverse selection of day-trips take the form of intimate guided tours of no more than 10 people, and are designed to put you directly in touch with those aspects of South African life that most appeal to your interests.

Andulela places you in the capable hands of a network of dynamic and passionate specialists, chosen for their broad language and communication skills, their varied cultural backgrounds, and their expertise in their respective fields. Our team will open doors to a truly authentic South African experience, and send you home with much more than a snapshot-perspective to show for your time here.

"Giving Back"

Responsible Tourism

For Andulela Experience, responsible tourism means sharing South Africa’s natural and cultural riches, while contributing positively to the preservation and growth of the communities and environments we visit. Our policy is one of mutual respect: we ensure value for money and professionalism in our relationship with visitors, while always remaining cognizant of the needs of locals.
South Africa’s tourism industry is exploding, and we believe that those involved should take responsibility for the development and preservation of the communities and environments on which the business relies. At Andulela, we consider it our duty to foster job creation, social upliftment and ecological awareness through active support.
To this end, local communities and environmental initiatives are involved in and supported by Andulela’s tours.

What is an Andulela experience?

An increasing number of travellers seek more from their time abroad than a handful of superficial sensory impressions. At Andulela, we understand that enduring memories are forged through individual engagement with a new culture. We invite you to truly embrace this unique corner of the world, and discover a sense of personal enrichment in every aspect of your journey and every moment of your time here.

"Get Involved!"

We believe that an authentic experience of South Africa starts with dialogue and interaction. Our diverse team of specialist tour guides will show you sides of the country that remain hidden from the passive eye, introducing you to genuine people, original venues, and inspiring environments. The “hands on” approach of Andulela's activities and workshops provides a unique way for you to truly connect with authentic South African people, customs and life. Ultimately, the experience is what you make of it!
An Andulela Experience is a chance to live South Africa, not just look at it. The difference lies in a willingness to interact with people both ordinary and extraordinary, and to try your hand at local trades and art-forms. It lies in an appreciation of the humbler homegrown charms of this country as well as the sweeping vistas, and in discovering a multiplicity of traditions, lifestyles, and histories. But most importantly, it comes from the knowledge that even while you are gaining, you are giving back.

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